The Liv Devote 2 is an exceptionally versatile aluminum gravel bike, purpose-built for women who want a single machine for everything from daily commutes to multi-day bikepacking trips. For 2026, the Devote 2 has been updated with the Shimano Cues 2x9 drivetrain, replacing the older Sora components with a more durable system specifically engineered for the higher torque of off-road riding. The frame is crafted from ALUXX-grade aluminum, providing a lightweight yet rugged foundation that balances agility with the durability needed for gravel.
One of the standout features of this 2026 model is the Flip Chip dropout, a piece of hardware previously reserved for carbon models. This allows you to adjust the wheelbase: a shorter setting for responsive, "road-like" handling, or a longer setting for increased stability on loose descents and extra tire clearance. Combined with D-Fuse technology in the handlebar and seatpost—designed to flex slightly to absorb trail vibrations—the Devote 2 offers a significantly more comfortable ride than standard aluminum road bikes when the pavement ends.
Frameset & Geometry
Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, 12x142mm Thru-Axle, Disc, Flip Chip Dropout
Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, Full-Composite OverDrive Steerer, 12mm Thru-Axle
Handlebar: Giant Contact XR D-Fuse, 31.8mm (5° back sweep)
Stem: Giant Contact, 8-degree
Seatpost: Giant D-Fuse Alloy, 14mm offset (Swappable for a 30.9mm round or dropper post)
Saddle: Liv Grit
Colour: Gleaming Olive (A rich, metallic earth-tone green)
Drivetrain & Brakes
Shifters: Shimano Cues U3030, 2x9-speed
Front Derailleur: Shimano Cues U6030
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Cues U4020
Crankset: Shimano FC-U6030, 32/46T
Cassette: Shimano CS-LG300, 11-36T (9-speed)
Chain: KMC X11 with Missing Link
Brakes: Shimano BR-RS305 Mechanical Disc
Brake Levers: Shimano Cues BR-U3030
Wheels & Tires
Wheelset: Giant S-X2 Disc Wheelset, Alloy, Tubeless Ready
Hubs: Giant Alloy, 12mm Thru-Axle
Spokes: Stainless Steel
Tires: Giant CrossCut AT 2, 700x38c, Tubeless
Max Tire Clearance: 45mm (Short position) / 53mm (Long position)
Key Technologies
Flip Chip Dropout: Allows for quick adjustment of the wheelbase and tire clearance to tune the bike's character for speed or stability.
D-Fuse Technology: D-shaped components that reduce rider fatigue by dampening vibrations from washboard roads and gravel.
OverDrive Steerer: Tapered steerer tube design for precise steering input and increased front-end stiffness.
Tubeless System: Factory-fitted tubeless tires and rims reduce the risk of flats and allow for lower tire pressures, increasing traction on dirt.